2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (380 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
